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What are Victorian Candidates Promising Students?

With the UMSU election reaching its completion, it is time for UniMelb students to move onto the next democratic rite of passage. On Saturday 28 November, voting will open for the Victorian Election.

Yarra Council Opposes Naloxone Dispensers Near Injecting Room

Yarra City Council continues to change its position on the North Richmond Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR), opposing the installation of a potentially lifesaving naloxone dispenser on Victor

UniMelb Biomedicine Student Cao Becomes Registered Sex Offender

Bao Phuc Cao has been placed on the Victorian Sex Offenders Register for eight years.

One Nation’s Controversial Flag Day Post Triggers Outrage Amongst Students

One Nation's South East Metro candidate for the state election, Colleen Harkin, arrived at the University of Melbourne on 3 September—Australian National Flag Day. Standing outside Building 168, she c

Returning Officer Drops Shock Election Ruling Against Community for UMSU

The 2026 UMSU elections have descended into chaos following a first ruling by the Returning Officer against the incumbent political ticket, Community for UMSU and its presidential candidate Daniel Mot

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How to Politely Avoid Talking to People Handing Out Flyers: A Guide

Eric Xie

At the University of Melbourne, we’re very proud of our campus culture that allows students to stand up to pressing domeRead Article

Tue 18/08/2026
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World Cup Fever!

Harry Robertson

The Socceroos have opened their World Cup campaign in scintillating fashion, with a 2-0 win over Türkiye in Vancouver onRead Article

Tue 16/06/2026
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The Purge Hits Parkville as Students Experience a Canvas LMS Blackout

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Fri 8/05/2026
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Locals Mad About "Walk on the Right" Sign in the Baillieu Library

Eric Xie

While the Baillieu Library has been a beloved spot for many Unimelb students, one sign has caused much confusion amongstRead Article

Sun 3/05/2026
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Student Apprehended for Studying in the Rowden White Library

Eric Xie

Farrago reporters have uncovered that a student has been caught completing assignments and studying for tests in the RowRead Article

Sun 3/05/2026
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BetterHelp to Commence Sponsoring UniMelb Lectures

Jayden Alexander

Sun 19/10/2025
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Neuroimaging Reveals Shocking Truth about Popular Procrastination Technique

Amandi Fernando

Sun 19/10/2025
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Lana Del Rey Found Repairing a Tractor in Remote Mechanics Shop in Jamaica Plains, Boston Massachuse

Aaron Agostini

Sun 19/10/2025
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Are Employees Making Too Much Money?

Aaron Agostini

Sun 21/09/2025
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The World’s First Racist Horse

Aaron Agostini

Sun 6/07/2025
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The University of Melbourne Unveils Bold New Strategy to Support International Students

Aaron Agostini

Thu 29/05/2025
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Best Places to Bone on Campus

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Thu 29/05/2025
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Satire-in-Brief: Edition One 2023

Alexia Shaw (manager), The Satire Team (writers)

Sun 5/11/2023
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Satire-in-Brief: Edition Six 2022

The 2022 Satire Team (writers), Birdy Carmen (illustrator)

Progressive Arts Student Suddenly a Devout Monarchist Right Before Their Assessment Due DateRead Article

Mon 28/11/2022
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Satire-in-Brief: Edition Five 2022

The 2022 Satire Team (writers), Matilda Lilford (illustrator)

Twitter Realises That Elon Musk Is Actually That One Flaky Friend We All HaveRead Article

Sun 27/11/2022
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Edition Four: Satire-in-Brief

The 2022 Satire Team (writers), Cathy Chen (illustrator)

Vegan Destroys Entire Democratic System by Refusing Democracy SausageRead Article

Sat 26/11/2022
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A waving cartoon cactus wearing a broad-brimmed hat, red bandana, and red glasses.

Satire-in-Brief: Edition Four 2022

The 2022 Satire Team (writers), Cathy Chen (illustrator)

Vegan Destroys Entire Democratic System by Refusing Democracy SausageRead Article

Sat 26/11/2022
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Satire-in-Brief: Edition Three 2022

The 2022 Satire Team (writers), Arielle Vlahiotis (illustrator)

Ormond College Student “Too Poor” to Pay for Uber HomeRead Article

Fri 11/11/2022
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Dear Diary: The PM's Retrospective Journal

Jack McMahon (writer), Pamela Piechowicz (illustrator)

Dear diary, I’m tired of the city life, summers on the run, people tell me I should stay, but I’ve got to get my fun.Read Article

Tue 23/08/2022
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A cartoon person painted with the Russian flag scowls at an upset person as the Ukrainian flag.

Satire-in-Brief: Edition Two 2022

The 2022 Satire Team (writers), Manyu Wang (illustrator)

Israel Recognising Ukraine’s Sovereignty Proves No One Knows the Definition of IronyRead Article

Sat 13/08/2022
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Satire-in-Brief: Edition One 2022

The Satire Team (writers), Edie Spiers (illustrator)

Student who submitted timetable preferences during their “new year, new me” phase now holding back tears in 8am tute.Read Article

Wed 3/08/2022
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